Conor Benn has expressed interest in a boxing match with Ryan Garcia, and Dana White has stated he is willing to organize the fight. Benn was quoted saying "Let Garcia be next." White responded by saying "This is exactly why I'm in this business—to make fights that people want to see." The statement was made during an appearance on First Take. While both parties appear interested, no official date or venue has been announced for the potential boxing match. This would be a boxing bout, not an MMA contest.
Dana White has expressed willingness to organize a boxing match between Conor Benn and Ryan Garcia, with Benn publicly calling out the American fighter and White backing the idea during an appearance on ESPN's First Take.
Benn made his interest clear with a direct challenge, saying "Let Garcia be next," and White responded enthusiastically, stating "This is exactly why I'm in this business — to make fights that people want to see." The comments signal genuine appetite from both the promotional side and at least one of the fighters involved.
The potential bout would be a boxing contest, not an MMA fight. No official date, venue, or contract has been announced, meaning the matchup remains in the discussion stage despite the public declarations of interest.
Why it matters
- White's involvement suggests serious promotional muscle could get behind the event if negotiations progress
- Benn's public callout puts pressure on Garcia's camp to respond and either accept or decline
- A crossover boxing match of this profile would draw significant mainstream attention beyond traditional combat sports audiences
